BEIJING — China reported seven new coronavirus cases Monday and officials said central government petition offices in Beijing, where people come from across the country to register complaints, will remain closed for the time being as a virus-control measure. No new COVID-19 deaths have been reported in China in more than a month, although some […]
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Maine CDC reports 39 new coronavirus cases, no more deaths
The daily public health report comes as Maine expands its testing regime – along with public battles about how and on what schedule to reopen.
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Staffer at Bar Harbor retirement facility tests positive for COVID-19
All residents of Birch Bay Village who had potential contact with the staff member were tested and all had negative results.
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As gyms prepare to open, questions linger about safety in a high-exertion environment
Some gyms already have opened for very limited services with the rest looking at a June 1 restart date, but health experts aren’t sure it’s a good idea.
Posted inOp-eds, Opinion
The Maine Millennial: Life during the wildlife rebellion
As humanity retreats in the face of COVID-19, the animal kingdom is on the march into a Buxton backyard.
Posted inEditorials, Opinion
Another View: COVID is not world’s ‘greatest’ public health crisis
But perhaps it will open our First World eyes to the suffering endured around the globe.
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Maine Observer: Re-learning how to say hello
The coronavirus pandemic has taught us how to live without handshaking. What will take its place?
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Maine Voices: Recovery community offers insight into living during lockdown
Connection, structure and the ability to laugh at yourself are key to surviving and helping others make it through, too.
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Maine Acts of Kindness: Effort provides thousands of free meals for the needy
Cooking for Community, a grass-roots initiative started in response to the coronavirus pandemic, has forged a network of local farms, restaurants and social-service agencies.
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The View From Here: There’s no magic switch for Maine’s economy
Maine’s economy was shut down by a global pandemic, not by a superpower-equipped governor.